BTEC Applied Science Extended diploma ALL ASSIGNMENTS

P4 review the differences between AC and DC circuits [CT1,2] P5 explain the dangers of working with electricity M3 explain the operations of electrical safety practices used to minimise risk D3 evaluate the effectiveness of electrical safety practices, suggesting valid improvements

P2 assemble series and parallel electrical circuits [TW1,4; EP2,3] P3 carry out essential electrical measurements on the assembled circuits [TW1,4; EP2,3; SM2,4] M2 calculate current, potential differences and resistances in series and parallel circuits D2 compare the accuracy of measured...

P1 Define principal electrical terms, quantities and relationships M1 Show, by calculation, the use of electrical terms, quantities and relationships D1 analyse, by calculation and graphical representation, fundamental electrical relationships and quantities

P3 P4 P3 carry out practical activities to cultivate micro-organisms using aseptic techniques. P4 carry out practical investigations of factors that influence the safe growth of micro-organisms M2 Explain the principles underlying the cultivation and aseptic techniques used M3 Compare ...

P1 Use light microscopy techniques to identify the characteristic features and functions of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. P2 Use data from electron microscopy to identify the characteristic features and functions of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. M1 describe the function of pr...

P5 Describe the main groups of micro-organisms by their principal taxonomic characteristics M4 Outline how the techniques used to identify micro-organisms relate to their structure. D4 Outline the potential usefulness of a variety of identification techniques in a specific applicati...

P4 Explain the difference between primary and secondary cells M4 Describe the characteristics, merits and limitations of primary and secondary cells related to their industrial applications D4 Evaluate the use of primary and secondary cells for portable applications

P2 Carry out an investigation into one gas law, relating them to industrial processes. M2 Calculate pressure, volume and temperature changes for gases in given industrial processes. D1 Explain the behaviour and response of industrial systems in terms of latent heat, specific heat capacity, temp...

P2 Carry out an investigation into one gas law, relating them to industrial processes. M2 Calculate pressure, volume and temperature changes for gases in given industrial processes. D1 Explain the behaviour and response of industrial systems in terms of latent heat, specific heat capacity, temp...

P1 Describe the fundamental concepts associated with energy using examples at home, work or in industry. M1 Perform calculations involving changes of state for industrial processes.

P6 Identify the main differences between anaerobic and aerobic glucose degradation. M4 Compare the sites of ATP production and consumption during aerobic and anaerobic breakdown of glucose in cells. D4 Evaluate the regulation of glycolysis in terms of energy requirements in cells.

P4 describe the structural features of an enzyme P5 use laboratory methods to investigate factors that affect the enzyme rate of reaction M3 explain how the rates of enzyme reactions are affected by changes in temperature D3 explain why enzyme activity is affected by pH

includes: P1,p2,p3,m1,m2,d1,d2 Identifies the structure and function of biological molecules Uses laboratory separative techniques for the characterisation of biological molecules Describes the primary and secondary structures of proteins Interprets data obtained from experiments designed to se...

Includes p6, p7, m5, d4 Explains the roles of sex organs in the production of ova and sperm Explains how the structures of the reproductive system relates to their function Report on the common tests performed to measure fertility Evaluation of data concerning the levels of sex hormones at different...

Includes p4, p5, m3, m4, d2, d3 Outlines organisation and structure of the endocrine system Describes the mechanisms of the homeostatic system Explain the functions of the endocrine system Explains positive and negative feedback in homeostasis using examples of the body Explained the interrelationsh...

Includes p3, m2 Outlines the organisation and function of nervous system Explains functions of the nervous system

Includes p1, p2, m1, d1 Describes the main sites of reabsorption Outlines the importance of regulating body fluids in the body Describes how reabsorption occurs in each of the main sites Explains how the body maintains the correct acid base balance Warning - has picture of real kidney

Describes organisation of eukaryotic cell in terms of function of the organelles Describes 4 different tissue types Use diagrams or micrographics to compare and contrast the tissue types Explains the relationship between cells, tissues and organs and organ systems in the organisation of the body

Includes p6. M4, d2 Explains how dietary nutrients are processed through the digestive system Used chemical equations to show how main goof groups are dealt with in the digestive system Explains how the digestive, cardiovascular and respiratory systems are interrelated

Includes p4, m3 Taken measurements related to the respiration system relating to the results to the function of the system Explanation the need for ventilation systems in a multicellular organisms

Includes p3, m2, Take measurements related to the cardiovascular system relating to the results to the function of the system Explains need for transport systems in a cultivate cellular organism

Includes p4, m4, d4 Carries out correlation method to investigate data collected Interpret results Evaluate validility of results

Includes p3, m3, d3 Perform t-test on data collected Interpret results Evaluate validity of results

Includes p2, m2, d2 Perform chi squared test Interpret results of test Evaluate validility of results

includes p1, m1, d1 Carries out statistical calculations to investigate a scientific problem Performs a calculation using probability to investigate a scientific problem Interprets shapes of distributions in scientific data

Includes p5, p6, m5, d5 Collected and displayed scientific data Interpret data Interpret the trend in data Calculate scientific quantities from linear and non linear graphs

Includes p3, p4, m3, m4, d3, d4 Collected and recorded scientific date Identified errors associated with collecting data in an experiment Describe the processes involves in accurately collecting and recording scientific data Calculate errors Compared methods of data collection Explained how errors c...

Includes p5, m5. D4 Identifies how different groups and organisation have an influence on science Describes how different groups and organisation have an influence on science Compares and contrasts how different campaigns, by groups and organisations influence science

Includes p2, p3, m2, d2 Identifies public perception about science Explains how media has influences public perception of science Explains whether concerns raised about science in the media are justified Analyses whether the media makes a positive contribution to the publics perception of science

Includes p1, m1, d1 Discription of the development of a scientific theory highlighting the processes involves Differentiating between those questions that science is currently addressing that science can't yet answer Explanation of why sometimes there is resistance to new scientific theories

includes: - outline the methods by which scientific information is communicated - report on a scientific investigation that has been carried out. - a detailed, correctly structured report which demonstrates a high level of presentation. - compare and contrast the report with a similar report fro...

includes: - Powerpoint providing information about the periodic table. explain, atomic number and relative atomic mass. used further diagrams to explain how these relate to the particles in the nucleus and the electronic structure of the first 20 elements. included information relating to the groups...

includes: - explanation on how the relative presence of different cell components influences the function of different tissues. - explanation of different cells have different functions. E.g. intestinal epithelial cells are a site of exchange and are adapted to absorb food efficiently by having a l...

this includes: electron micrographs of different types of tissue with labelled organelles. slides of different types of tissue with a description and label some background information on that tissue type.

includes: an account on the key structures and functions of both prokaryote and eukaryote cells. hand drawn and fully labelled example of an animal eukaryote cell, a plant eukaryote cell and a bacterial prokaryote cell. functions of each organelle you have labelled, and the functions of the cell i...

This includes: - a table that explains the location, structure, function and comparisons of different tissue types. - a comparison of gas exchange surfaces of different animals e.g. insects, fish and humans, in the form of a table and a detailed essay, explaining concurrent flow, counter current fl...

4 labelled diagrams of the four tissue types in animal, as seen through a light microscope.

Task 1 Select and draw suitable graphs or charts for the spring data and space station data collected in assignment 2. You are expected to use a line graph, a bar chart and a pie chart This provides evidence for P5 Task 2 Complete the worksheet “Breathing rate experiment” This provides evidenc...

Unit 6: Using Mathematical Tools for Science – Assignment 2 Data Collection Methods Task 1 Carry out an experiment to measure the extension of a spring as different loads are added to it. You need to draw up a suitable results table showing mass, weight, and extension This provides evidence for ...

Unit 5: Perceptions of Science – Assignment 4 The Influence of Politics and Commerce on Science Task 1 Choose any topic, e.g. wind farms, stem cell research, you wish as the topic for this task. List those organisations/groups that are involved in arguing the case FOR and those arguing the case ...

Task 1 Using any of the scenarios from the handout, prepare a presentation that you will make to the decision-making authority. The presentation should state clearly what the proposal is; the moral and ethical issues raised and the arguments FOR AND AGAINST the proposal. You should submit: A copy of...

BTEC Applied Science Unit 5 Assignment 2 Unit 5: Perceptions of Science – Assignment 2 Science, the Media and Public Perception Task 1 Using any topic of your choice, outline the various ways the public receive information about this scientific development. (consider the different means you acce...

Unit 5: Perceptions of Science – Assignment 1 Scientific Theories Task 1 Describe the development of a scientific theory. Demonstrate that this is a dynamic process where competing theories have to be catered for. Describe how a particular theory becomes accepted by the scientific community. Pos...

THIS IS A UNIT 3 ASSIGNMENT, NOT UNIT 4. As stuvia did not have a unit 3 option. This assignment meets the following criteria: Task 1 Decide on a topic around which to base your investigation. Research your topic using a range of suitable sources You then need to research the topic so that y...

THIS IS A UNIT 3 ASSIGNMENT, NOT UNIT 4. As stuvia did not have a unit 3 option Task 1 In your chosen investigation, state what you plan to achieve. Using the research notes you made for P2 produce a concise hypothesis from your research. This provides evidence for P1 Task 2 Write out a me...

THIS IS A UNIT 3 ASSIGNMENT, NOT UNIT 4. as stuvia did not have a unit 3 option Task 1 Analyse you results, calculating means and producing graphs where appropriate This provides evidence for P7 Use standard deviation or chi squared on your results. Explain the outcome of the test and wh...

Unit 22 : Chemical Laboratory Techniques – Assignment 1 Analytical Techniques Task 1 You have been instructed by your line manager to demonstrate practical skills you must carry out the given procedures to make and extract compounds, hydrated copper(II) sulphate, aspirin, rock salt, paracetamol ...

Unit 22 : Chemical Laboratory Techniques – Assignment 2 Qualitative Analysis Task 1 You have been instructed by your line manager to demonstrate practical skills you must carry out the given chemical tests (see sheet for details of methods) to identify seven organic compounds labelled A to G. Th...

Task 1 You have been instructed by your line manager to demonstrate analytical practical skills as they want you to lead the new analytical research lab at Newcolab. You must carry out the given procedures using the method supplied to determine the percentage by mass of copper in the sample of coppe...